leaking heater

1999 TOYOTA TACOMA
197,000 MILES
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RENEVATIO1
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The heater is leaking coolant on the passenger side floorboard any ideas as how to fix it? its only on the passenger side and only with the heat
Nov 11, 2011 at 4:52 AM
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FIXITMR
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must be leaky core or connections. you will have to disassemble and inspect.
Nov 11, 2011 at 8:37 AM
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KHLOW2008
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If you do not have coolant losses issues, it could be condensation water from the AC system. Check for a clogged or dislodged drain pipe.

If the heater core is leaking, disassembly means taking the dash out to get at it.
Nov 11, 2011 at 12:10 PM
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